The Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 110L/34" is a sturdy, lightweight duffel on wheels with lots of storage to ensure that all your gear gets to your next adventure spot in great shape.
The Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 32 was our previous pick, but it's being phased out. Fortunately, we didn't have to look far for a replacement, since Eagle Creek has the 34-inch version of the Gear Warrior, which offers the same features but with a slightly larger capacity.
The Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 110L/34" is an oversized, wheeled duffel bag that uses high-strength, ripstop nylon material that is both water and abrasion resistant, as well as 1000D Cordura and 210D nylon for added robustness. It easily withstands rough weather and rough handling.
The treaded wheels mean you can roll the bag over any type of surface. Multiple handles give you plenty of options for carrying this lightweight bag, while lockable zippers make sure your gear stays safe. The telescoping handle is designed for strength and to resist wobbling.
There are multiple compartments for packing, both inside and out. A tethered zip-away strap on the outside to hold gear like helmets.
The Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 110L/34" is covered by Eagle Creek's legendary "No Matter What Warranty," which promises lifetime repair or replacement due to product failure, regardless of the cause.
Buyer reviews on Eagle Creek are overwhelmingly positive. Across the web, professional reviewers, including The Gear Institute, consider the Gear Warrior series one of the best check-in duffel bags on the market. In fact, The Gear Institute calls the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior "the best bag we tested," adding that "it excels in every way a roller bag should."
Another bag we considered is the TLS Mother Lode 29" Wheeled Duffel from eBags. Having tried other Mother Lode bags, we like the quality and the customer service eBags offers. The two-compartment design lets you sort your gear accordingly, and separate openings allow you to access only what you need. We also like the movable dividers for sorting clothes. The compression-molded bottom keeps the bag rugged, and it can stand upright on its own, but we ultimately stuck with the Eagle Creek for its more durable nylon construction that's weather-resistant. But at $199.99, it's a solid option to consider.
For a budget option, there's the 35-inch AmazonBasics Ripstop Wheeled Duffel from Amazon. We're impressed that it's made with sturdy 1680D ballistic nylon on the sides and bottom, but the top is less-durable polyester. We like the quality of AmazonBasics luggage in relation to the price, but we question the longevity and whether they can stand up to wear and tear (a wheel easily came off on one of our bags during normal use). But if you are looking for something utilitarian and don't plan to put it through heavy-duty use, the $89.99 duffel is worth considering (the guys at Gear Hungry named it one of its favorites). For something tougher, we still recommend the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 110L/34".
Pros: Lightweight, highly durable, spacious, many packing features
Cons: Plastic buckles are somewhat flimsy
Buy the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 34-inch Luggage from eBags for $255.20